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Jan 4, 2013 at 12:01 AMJan 4, 2013 at 10:45 AM

The New Pacer Singers, a 40-voice chamber choir from the University of Tennessee at Martin, will perform during the worship service at 10 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 6, at Medford Congregational United Church of Christ, 1801 E. Jackson St.

The New Pacer Singers, a 40-voice chamber choir from the University of Tennessee at Martin, will perform during the worship service at 10 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 6, at Medford Congregational United Church of Christ, 1801 E. Jackson St.

The choir will perform a concert at 3 p.m. that day in the church sanctuary. For more information, call 541-772-8860.

The Rev. Norma Nakai Burton will talk on "The Infinite Enlargement of the Heart: Our Calling for 2013 and Beyond" for Unity in Ashland at 10:30 a.m. Sunday, Jan. 6, at the Havurah, 185 N. Mountain Ave., Ashland. For more information, call 541-488-9220.

A series of adult education classes taught by Rabbi Joshua Boettiger on "Living a Jewish Life" will run from noon to 1 p.m. Thursdays, Jan. 10 through Feb. 28, at Temple Emek Shalom, 1800 E. Main St., Ashland.

The course is intended for Jews and non-Jews interested in deepening their knowledge of Judaism. There are no fees for the class, but donations are welcome. For more information, email rabbi@emekshalom.com.

The class, taught by four students of Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh, will include an introduction to sitting and walking meditation. All are welcome regardless of experience, and the classes are free. Call 541-292-7874 or email alanbowes@hotmail.com.

Sacred Heart Parish will hold a free program for baptized and confirmed Catholics who have been away from the church but want to come back to the faith. It meets from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Tuesdays, Jan. 8 through Feb. 12, at the parish offices, 517 W. 10th St., Medford.

The program uses a video and discussion format with guest speakers and others who will share their experiences as returning Catholics. It is not a Bible study or forum for debating church doctrine, nor is it an introduction for those seeking to join the Catholic Church for the first time. Call 541-779-4661.

The event will include cooking demonstrations, tips and a health-related video. Cost is a suggested donation of $8. Those interested in attending should reserve by Jan. 10 by emailing medfordchip@gmail.com or calling 541-778-7277.

Ashland Zen Center will hold an informal day of Zen practice for beginners from 9 a.m. to 3:10 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 26, at 740 Tolman Creek Road, Ashland. The event will include introductions to seated and walking meditation, a silent lunch and discussion about practice led by Zen priests.

Participants should wear loose, comfortable clothing. Cost is $50 and includes a vegetarian lunch and tea. Registration deadline is Jan. 18. Call 541-552-1175 or email info@ashlandzencenter.org.

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